Work and Wages

Minimum Wage Increases

Labor supports above-inflation wage rises for low-paid workers, while the Liberal Party has not committed to such increases.

Labor

Policy: Advocates for real wage increases to prevent wage stagnation.

Voting Record: Consistently supports wage growth initiatives.

Impact: Aims to improve financial stability for low-income earners.

Liberal

Policy: No explicit commitment to above-inflation wage increases.

Voting Record: Historically cautious on mandated wage hikes.

Impact: Prefers market-driven wage adjustments.

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